Dean Jennifer Rosato Perea and alumni co-hosted the NIU Law Reception held at Maldaner’s Restaurant in Springfield, IL on May 19, 2015. Alumni co-hosts Senator Toi Hutchinson (’14), Heather Wier Vaught (’05), Vince Williams (’91), Tom Chan (’10), and Ashley Jenkins (’11) were instrumental in inviting Springfield area alumni, legislators, judges, and other constituencies who attended the reception. During the program, Dean Rosato Perea gave highlights on some of the law school’s key accomplishments, thanked everyone for their support during her time as Dean, and introduced new Interim Dean Mark Cordes. Remarks were also given by NIU President Doug Baker and Senator Toi Hutchinson (’14) who expressed their appreciation to Dean Rosato Perea for the programs and partnerships that were established during her tenure.

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For more information, contact:Melody MitchellAlumni Events & Public Relations(815) 753-9655 or mmitchell@niu.edu